What Are You Doing This Weekend?

FRIDAY

Storytelling in the Galleries: A Moose on the Loose. 10:30 am. Join special guest Katherine Blackburn who will present a multimedia storytelling of the book A Moose on the Loose, a holiday tale in which a magical moose passes along encouraging notes to children from Santa. Missouri History Museum in Forest Park.

Christmas Tree Walk. The city of Maplewood hosts this 8th annual event, which kicks off with the grand lighting of the tree at 6 p.m. in Citizens Park. Free carriage rides, a visit from Santa and singing by carolers are also party of the celebration.

Snowflake Festival. Oodles of snow-filled, holiday fun will be packed into this free event featuring sleigh rides, cookies, carols and a visit from Santa. 6-8 p.m. at Glazebrook Park, Godfrey, Ill.

Painting the Birds. Kids ages 10 and up can learn about birds and their habitat through sketching and painting. 10-11:30 a.m. At August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area, 2360 Highway D, St. Charles. More information and to register: 636-441-4554.


SATURDAY

Home Depot's Kids Clinic. Build a wooden wagon from 9 til noon. You don't register for this one.

Build and Grow Clinic. Lowe's. 10-11 am. Make the world's cutest wooden gingerbread house. My kiddos did this last year & they're so sweet...again this year, they sit beneath our tree. Register first! (thru their website)

Storytelling in the Galleries. A Moose on the Loose. Join special guest Katherine Blackburn who will present a multimedia storytelling of the book A Moose on the Loose, a holiday tale in which a magical moose passes along encouraging notes to children from Santa. This highly interactive storytelling session will incorporate sights, sounds, singing and texture. 1 p.m.. Missouri History Museum in Forest Park.

Santa at the Old Log Cabin. Bring your camera for free photos with Santa at the Old Log Cabin in Old Town St. Peters from 1-3 p.m.

Junior Audubon. Wild Wings of Winter. Kids ages 8-14 can make bird feeders, gain skills in identifying winter birds and learn how to become citizen scientists with the St. Louis Audubon Society. 2-4 p.m. At Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center, 11715 Cragwold Road, Kirkwood. More information and reservations, 314-301-1500.

SUNDAY

Safety Stop at the Magic House. St. Louis Children's Hospital's Safety Stop is visiting the Magic House from 11 a.m.- 4p.m. Get your car seats and helmets checked and learn about safety around your home. Call 314-454-KIDS to make an appointment.

Pre-Ballet. Children ages 3-6 may join this fun introduction to classical ballet with instructor Sarah McKenney. Tutus welcome. At COCA, 524 Trinity Ave., University City. To register, email: freeat3@cocastl.org and include name, address and birth date of those attending.

Family Sunday: Wintery Wonderland. It's cold outside but your family can warm up inside the St. Louis Art Museum and enjoy projects, performances and treats. Celebrate the joys of winter by exploring cool colors, winter landscapes and joyful celebrations. Kids can make a wintery work of art to take home. Sculpture Hall. 1-4 p.m.

Free photo of your kids at WALMART. Head there this weekend from 10 am - 2pm. BUT CALL FIRST!!!!!! Not all the Walmarts are participating, so make sure before you get your kiddo all dolled up & head there that "he" will actually be there.

Canned Film Festival @ Wehrenberg theaters. Go HERE to see how you can see a flic for free!

SATURDAY & SUNDAY


Get a complimentary photo with Santa. Check HERE to see if he's making a stop at your walmart.

And don't forget about Bass Pro's awesome Santa...Head to BASS PRO pretty much anyday. HERE is the schedule. My kids made the most adorable stocking you've ever seen -- so be sure to check out the crafts as well.

Or if this sudden drop in temps has you scared, stay in. Light a fire (or in our case, a candle ;) & watch a great holiday movie. We've been taking advantage of the Christmas movies on ABCFamily.

Whatever you do, stay warm & have fun!!